Summary
Helldivers 2’s approach to microtransactions is quite generous and has been well-received by the game’s community so far. Consequently, if there are any complaints among theHelldivers 2community about the game’s microtransactions, it’s that the selection of premium items available is rather limited. This is a symptom of a bigger problem inHelldivers 2, the overall variety of weapons, armor, and other gear seemingly isn’t enough to keep players committed to the game for the long run.
While new content updates andbringing returning features from the originalHelldiversintoHelldivers 2will help give players more content to enjoy, it could be highly beneficial forHelldivers 2to consider collaborating with other gaming franchises. This kind of opportunity could bring new content toHelldivers 2while also expanding the in-game premium store to meet players' growing demands.
Crossover Events in Helldivers 2 Are Money Left On The Table
So far, players have already pointed out a few likenesses andEaster eggs inHelldivers 2, such as direct references to other games, as well as armor sets that resemble familiar characters. For example, many players associate the pre-order bonus armor forHelldivers 2with Storm Troopers from theStar Warsfranchise. Also, several players have pointed out that various armor sets inHelldivers 2resemble Spartans from theHalofranchise.
For the time being, one of the biggest complaints with the game so far is that both the microtransaction store and the Warbond passes inHelldivers 2have a limited selection of gear for players to earn. Major content updates like the new Warbond passes and exosuit Stratagems will surely help to alleviate this problem, but there’s still one problem that this doesn’t quite address, which is the lack ofcustomization options inHelldivers 2.
Crossovers Could Fix Helldivers 2’s Cosmetic Problems
For some players, recreating the looks of famous characters inHelldivers 2is just as much of a priority as selecting armor based on its defense rating or perks. Consequently, given the community’s seemingly high support for this kind of feature, official crossovers with popular gaming franchises are money left on the table not to happen for futureHelldivers 2updates. This kind of feature could bring a variety of new content toHelldivers 2in the meantime of other major content updates.
Given thatHelldivers 2is published by Sony, this relationship naturally means that crossovers betweenHelldivers 2and other PlayStation franchises are a likely possibility. The same is true forDestiny 2, whereas Sony’s acquisition of the game’s development studio, Bungie, has led to several official crossovers inDestiny 2since this relationship became official. UnlikeDestiny 2,though,Helldivers 2’s exclusivity on PC and PlayStation means that for the time being, official crossovers with any Xbox franchises are unlikely to happen. However, even Xbox franchises and indie games shouldn’t be left off the table for the opportunity of a crossover inHelldivers 2at some point in the future.
Helldivers 2 Should Reconsider Releasing on Xbox Platforms
There have been debates in the gaming community about whetherHelldivers 2could – or should – ever be released on Xbox platforms. While it’s currently uncertainifHelldivers 2will ever come to Xbox consoles, it might be worth reconsidering this somewhere down the road.
If this ever does become a possibility, one way to kick off aHelldivers 2release on Xbox platforms is with an official collaboration. WhileHelldivers 2’s relationship with Sonynaturally gives it a lot of opportunities for collaboration with major franchises, bringing Microsoft into the picture could present even more opportunities for official collaborations.
Helldivers 2
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